(Photo By Flickr User U.S. Embassy New Delhi) Just In Case You Missed It, we wanted to send out a family reminder to everyone that the 27th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Luncheon returns to the Peoria Civic Center on Monday, January 21, 2019 in Peoria, IL. The featured speaker this year is…… MORE
WVEL Weather Scope Now: Winter Storm Gia Snow Totals
(Photo By Flickr User Stanley Zimny) In case you may have missed it, Winter Storm Gia hit the WVEL-AM/Central Illinois Listening Area with snow over this past weekend. You may be wondering, “How many inches of snow did we get time around?” or “What city has the most inches of snow to date?” Enquiring…… MORE
WVEL News Scope Now: New Tax Laws
(Photo By Flickr) “Ahhh, once again, tax season is here!” There are several new tax laws that are taking effect this year. The new Tax Laws for 2019 include some of the following : *Tax Brackets Under the TCJA, there are seven tax brackets for the 2018 tax year, ranging from 10% for taxpayers…… MORE
WVEL Entertainment Scope: The 50th NAACP Image Awards Will Be Televised Live From Dolby Theatre In Hollywood
(Photo By Flickr User Mattia Panciroli) The NAACP Image Awards will be televised live for the first time from the Dolby Theatre. According to BlackAmericaWeb, NAACP and TV One officials announced on last week that the 50th awards ceremony will be televised on the cable network at the venue in Hollywood, California, on Saturday, March…… MORE
WVEL News/Travel Scope Now: The ISP Is Urging Safe Driving In The New Year
(Photo Courtesy Of Flickr User daijo1) Newsline: The State Of Illinois Illinois State Police is reminding drivers to drive safe in the year of 2019. According to WICS-TV, Illinois State Troopers will begin aggressively enforcing two additional violations that contribute to road rage incidents and traffic crashes. While on an interstate, vehicles must travel…… MORE
WVEL Community Scope: 27th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Luncheon With Valerie Jarrett
(Photo By Flickr User W.K. Kellogg Foundation) The 27th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Luncheon returns to the Peoria Civic Center on Monday, January 21, 2019. Featured speaker this year is Valerie B. Jarrett, senior advisor to the Obama Foundation. Luncheon begins at 12noon; doors open at 11:00am. Luncheon tickets are $50…… MORE
WVEL News Scope Now: Delayed Tax Returns + Government Shutdown
(Photo By Flickr User 401(K) 2012) For some, tax returns offer relief after overspending during the holiday season, but if you’re counting down the days till you get that refund, you might be waiting longer than expected. That’s because of the partial government shutdown and its impact on the IRS. According to WEEK-TV, Kelly Stewart…… MORE
WVEL Family Scope: Oscar Mayer Wienermobile Is Coming To The South-Central Illinois Area
(Photo By Flickr User minnemom) “Oh, I wish I were an Oscar Mayer Wiener!” This jingle sounds way too familiar, doesn’t it? The Oscar Mayer fans rejoice, the Wienermobile is coming to the South-Central Illinois Area! The 27-foot-long hot dog van will be parked at grocery stores in Springfield, Lincoln, and Jacksonville, IL. There will…… MORE
WVEL Entertainment Scope Now: Marvin Sapp Launches Search For Gospel’s Next Great Vocal Talent
(Photo By Flick User Nat Tung) Singer-songwriter, Bishop, and radio personality, Marvin Sapp, is searching for Gospel Music’s Next Great Vocal Talent! According to gospelmusic.org, Marvin Sapp recently celebrated a milestone anniversary, as he marked 30 years since accepting his call to preach. He also celebrated 15 years as pastor of Lighthouse Full Life Center…… MORE
WVEL News Scope Now: Burlington Coat Factory Peoria Store, Will Be Closing Its Doors This Month
(Photo By Flickr User Mike Mozart) Newsline: Peoria, IL According to WEEK-TV, The Burlington Coat Factory location at the Willow Knolls Court Shopping Center in Peoria, IL, will be closing its doors for good. A store representative from Burlington said the the store will likely remain open until they sell everything, which is estimated to…… MORE
